Affirmations and Mantras can be incredibly powerful tools to help us reaffirm that we have the capacity to accomplish a challenging goal. On this episode I provide you with some bar exam motivation that you can use to remind yourself that when you get hit, it comes down to your ability to keep moving forward.
This episode predominantly applies to bar examinees in California because of an email that the State Bar sent to them last night re: the release of essay subjects. It is important that you note this only applies to California bar examinees.
On this next episode I cover some important tips to manage stress as effectively as possible so that you can set yourself up for success on the days leading up to the bar exam.
As you continue to prepare intensely for the bar exam it is important to keep awesome energy levels going. Tune in to learn about the top snack bars that can provide you with the healthiest nutritional boosts!
Before delving too deeply into the details of a particular subject it is important that you understand the big picture first, otherwise you will not see where each rule fits in. On this episode we review the big picture for constitutional law.
Part of getting better sleep is creating micro-environments of relaxation. Tune in to learn about a powerful breathing technique called the 4-7-8 Breathing Exercise aka The Relaxation Breath, that gives you better sleep. Give it a shot and hope it helps you get improved rest!
On this next episode of the Bar Exam Game Plan Podcast we feature attorney Alex Bonilla who answers 3 key questions related to how he passed the bar exam.
On this next episode I provide a brief checklist of the things to keep in mind as you work on practicing for each part of the exam. It is important to focus on the “how” to take the exam just as much as the “what” to learn. As you continue to practice, you will need to bring it all together!
You will always have the option of focusing on lack versus abundance. Tune in to listen how this relates to the bar exam and how a small, but powerful mental shift can help empower you and your emotional states during your bar exam preparation.
Just like in the essays with IRAC, counterarguments are a really important part of the performance test. Tune in to listen to a key tip related to this topic!
Getting good rest during bar exam prep. is really important, but it becomes even more important in the nights leading up to the bar exam. Tune in to get some tips on how to set yourself up for success!
Before delving too deeply into the details of a particular subject it is important that you understand the big picture first, otherwise you will not see where each rule fits in. On this episode we review the big picture for trusts.
On this next episode I show you the importance of celebrating your wins by celebrating one of my own!
On this next episode of the Bar Exam Game Plan Podcast we feature attorney Ernesto Sanchez who answers 3 key questions related to how he passed the bar exam.
Affirmations and Mantras can be incredibly powerful tools to help us reaffirm that we have the capacity to accomplish a challenging goal. On this episode I provide you with a bar exam affirmation that you can use as is or modify to remind yourself that when things seem worst, you must not quit.
On this episode I give you a quick reminder and some tips on how to nurture a very important part of your body that accumulates a lot of tension and stress during bar exam preparation.
As we prepare for the bar exam, having an awesome level of energy is essential. If we are not mindful of what we eat, this will limit our energy levels and impact our ability to stay focused and mentally strong. Tune in to learn about an energy draining food that you want to reduce or eliminate from your diet as you continue to prepare for the bar exam.
Today I provide some motivation for you and a reminder to return to your purpose as you move forward with your bar exam preparation!
You will inevitably encounter some really challenging periods during the bar exam. The goal is to learn how to manage and process the emotions that come up. Tune in to learn how writing down these emotions helps with processing and managing them. Onward!
Before delving too deeply into the details of a particular subject it is important that you understand the big picture first, otherwise you will not see where each rule fits in. On this episode we review the big picture for evidence.
Today I provide you with a quick reminder on the importance of pushing yourself out of your comfort zone to continue to engage in sufficient practice! You can do this, you got this!
Understanding what you memorize is incredibly important and it is a key tool that will help you memorize as many rules as possible. Maybe you will not memorize every rule word for word, but if you understand how a rule works and are able to put it in your own words, you should be able to maximize the numbers of points that you receive. Onward!
Making sure that your bar exam software is adequately downloaded and working on your computer is essential. Tune in to listen to this important reminder!
As you move forward with your preparation I wanted to provide you with an additional tip based on a question that I received from a Bar Exam Game Plan program alumn. I hope it helps refine your Performance Test strategy as well so that you do not leave any points up for grabs!
When it comes to stress management there are two main categories that stress relief techniques fall under. The first is problem-focused coping and the second is emotion-focused coping. Tune in to listen to the difference between the two and when you can use each of them effectively.
Before delving too deeply into the details of a particular subject it is important that you understand the big picture first, otherwise you will not see where each rule fits in. On this episode we review the big picture for remedies.
On this next episode of the Bar Exam Game Plan Podcast we feature attorney Gerardo Vicuña who answers 3 key questions related to how he passed the bar exam.
Maintaining motivation during the bar exam can be really challenging but it is also an essential component of passing the bar exam. Tune in to listen to a strategy that will assist you in maintaining motivation, keep at it, you got this!
We don’t often hear about the connection between posture and anxiety, but it is really important that you have every tool at your disposal to help counter any anxiety or stress that you may experience. Proper posture is a small, but very important tool that can greatly benefit you.
The bar exam is a big challenge that often causes high levels of nervousness. One of the main reason for this is because we feel we are going into the unknown as a result of not knowing what questions will be asked. This uncertainty makes us feel as if we do not have control and this creates nervousness. Tune in to listen to some tips on how to manage this sentiment.
